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Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode
Museum dedicated to Calais lace-making and fashion, with working looms, industrial heritage displays, and changing exhibitions. It is the city’s standout museum and best place to understand Calais’ 19
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais without transferring at least once.
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K71 (844821)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $170.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $299 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais:
A train is $236 (€190) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais costing on average $299 (€241).
Other travel options to Calais take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 4m.
Flight takes on average 7h 26m.
The journey is about 44m faster (1h 48m by train vs 2h 32m by car) and roughly $23 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€51) vs $86 (€70)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:39 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h41 | 12:20 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:57 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2h27 | 4:24 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h55 | 7:08 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:13 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h55 | 8:08 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
9890+ 844411 | 8:05 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 2h19 | 10:24 AM Calais - Fréthun | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Calais run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 6:13 PM |
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Museum dedicated to Calais lace-making and fashion, with working looms, industrial heritage displays, and changing exhibitions. It is the city’s standout museum and best place to understand Calais’ 19
Fine arts museum with works linked to the city, Auguste Rodin, and local history. Smaller than major French museums, but a rewarding cultural stop near the town hall and central sights.
Private museum focused on the Second World War in the Calais area, displaying uniforms, vehicles, equipment, and bunker-related history. Especially interesting for visitors exploring the coast’s wart
Wide sandy beach and seafront promenade popular for walks, sunset views, and contemporary waterfront photos. It is one of the city’s most enjoyable open-air areas and strongly linked to the Dragon.
Modern promenade area around the Dragon de Calais, now one of the city’s trendiest walking zones. It blends public space, sea views, and a highly photographed contemporary attraction.
Main seafront walking area with open views of the Channel, public art, and easy access to the beach. Especially popular for relaxed strolls, cycling, and social-media friendly coastal scenery.
A hearty regional specialty of northern France: toasted bread covered with ham, mustard, and melted beer cheese sauce, often finished under the grill. Very popular in Calais brasseries.
Mussels cooked with white wine, cream, garlic, or herbs and served with fries. A classic Channel coast meal closely associated with Calais and nearby fishing ports.
Slow-braised beef stew cooked with dark beer, onions, and mustardy notes. This Flemish-influenced dish is traditional across the Hauts-de-France region.
Well-known restaurant in central Calais appreciated for polished French dishes, quality ingredients, and a warm historic atmosphere.
Established fine-dining restaurant in Calais known for refined seafood and classic French cuisine in an elegant setting.
Popular Calais seafood address with a relaxed brasserie feel, often chosen for fish, shellfish, and regional specialties.
Moderate by French standards. Budget eats are easy to find, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Taxis: round up. Bars and cafes: small change is enough.
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